You may think that it will be an simple thing to select a dog for your children pet. After all there are so many dogs to pick from. You can go to a breeder or you can go to the shelter but unless you adopt a full-grown dog you will need to be concerned about many things before you choose. If you just go to select a puppy you might not get the best dog because puppies are so adorable and they are way too easy to just fall in love with.
However, the puppy you pick out will not be the pet you end up with. Puppies grow up to be matured adult dogs and you need to make sure that the dog breed you decide on is one that will fit your families wants and needs for many years to come.
Consider any restrictions that you may have. If you live in a smaller dwelling or an apartment a large dog will doubtless not be contented at your house. Another thing to ponder about is how much time you spend away from home at work or school or whatever. Some dogs require a great deal of company and if you are away much of the time your dog will not be contented either.
Take the time to learn about the different breeds of dogs that interest you. The breed of the dog will often be an clue of the personality and disposition of your pet. There are breeds that normally become one-owner dogs and they will settle on their favorite person in the house, while other breeds are lovable to everyone in the family. Things like that are significant to consider.
Ponder whether you want a purebred dog or a mixed breed. A mixed breed or “mutt” as they are generally referred to often have robust healthiness and they make great pets. One thing about a purebred is that you will know ahead of time about the temperament of the breed and any latent health concerns.
There are in addition the “designer hybrids” which are typically a cross between two purebreds of different breeds. They commonly have funny names like the Poogle, which is a cross between a poodle and a beagle or a Pugalier, which is a cross between a pug and a Cavalier spaniel. Of course there are also countless others.
No matter what type of dog you get the behavior of the dog is almost certainly the most significant consideration. Will the dog become a part of your family? If your family is young and rowdy you will probably want a playful and energetic dog but if you family is more laid back you will want to get a dog more like that.
Whether you go to the shelter and adopt or contact a breeder you need to get a dog that will fit your family’s traits and lifestyle. Getting a dog is a commitment and you want to give it enough contemplation so that both you and your dog are fortunate for many years to come.
